Maui Arts & Entertainment
Trio Kūikawā to perform Oct. 30 during Hawaiian Music Series in Kāʻanapali
The Lahaina Restoration Foundation will host the next concert in its popular Hawaiian Music Series, featuring Maui’s own trio Kūikawā. The free, family-friendly event is set for 6 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 30 on the Ocean Lawn of the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa in Kāʻanapali.
Spooktacular fun at Kīhei 4th Friday Town Party on Oct. 24
The South Shore is gearing up for some spooky family fun at the Kīhei 4th Friday Town Party from 6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 24 at Azeka Shopping Center Mauka, the “Heart and Soul” of Kīhei. This month’s event is packed with Halloween-themed festivities, live entertainment, and plenty of local food and shopping.
Scary grinds: Halloween festivities served up at Coco Deck Lahaina and Māla Ocean Tavern
Hana Hou Hospitality is bringing Halloween festivities to the restaurants in Lahaina with a full lineup of festive dining, live entertainment and family fun. From eerie Kitchen Assassin Supper Clubs to oceanfront costume parties, Coco Deck Lahaina and Māla Ocean Tavern are ready to make this Halloween season one to remember. Supper Club returns to Coco Deck Coco Deck’s […]
After six year absence, Maui County Fair draws 115,000; marks return of community tradition
The 98th Maui County Fair drew more than 115,000 fairgoers to the War Memorial Stadium Complex in Wailuku over four days from Oct. 2-5, 2025. It marked a return of the event following a six year absence.
Grand opening of King’s Tide Lahaina, Oct. 24
King’s Tide Lahaina is not your typical tattoo studio. Founded by tattoo artist Justin Blake, the space combines custom tattooing, professional laser removal, a curated art gallery, and an event venue—creating a welcoming gathering place for Maui’s creative community.
Chicago is on a mission to rebuild Lahaina through music and food
Hua Momona Foundation is taking the annual Maui Music and Food Experience fundraiser to the mainland on Nov. 7 at the Copernicus Center’s Gateway Theater in Chicago.
Celebrate Halloween on Maui with Hyatt Regency’s spooktacular events
The evening kicks off with the Annual Haunted House, with proceeds benefiting the Maui Charity Walk on Thursday, Oct. 30, and Friday, Oct. 31, from 5:30 to 9 p.m.
Queen Kaʻahumanu Center invites the community to celebrate Holoholo Halloween
Queen Kaʻahumanu Center is thrilled to welcome the community back for another spook-tacular Holoholo Halloween on Friday, Oct. 31, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Center Court.
Nō Ka ʻOi Songwriters Festival 2025, Nov. 6-9
The Nō Ka ʻOi Songwriters Festival returns to South Maui, Nov. 6–9, bringing some of the biggest names in country and pop songwriting to the island for a long weekend of music, storytelling and philanthropy.
Elizabeth Kamaile Kahailihauwelo Kekahuna wins title at 33rd Annual Hula O Nā Keiki
Maui’s Elizabeth Kamaile Kahailihauwelo Kekahuna, representing Hālau Keʻalaokamaile under the guidance of Nā Kumu Hula Kealiʻi Reichel and Henohea Kāne, was announced as the winner of the 33rd annual Hula O Nā Keiki competition at Outrigger Kā’anapali Beach Resort.
UH Maui College Music Week, Oct. 20-24: features workshops by Hawaiian musician
The University of Hawai‘i Maui College and its Institute of Hawaiian Music will celebrate everything music next week from Monday, Oct. 20 through Friday, Oct. 24.
Kamalani reclaims her voice with single ‘What Was I Made For’
This is not just a cover song; it’s her declaration. Through vulnerability and artistry, Kamalani transforms ‘What Was I Made For’ into her own anthem of hope, purpose, and second chances.
Fall in love with ʻĀinaty’s new island groove ‘Lover’s Rock’
Maui’s contemporary Hawaiian-island reggae band ʻĀinaty is set to release their newest single, “Lover’s Rock,” on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. This fun and playful song takes listeners on a nostalgic journey through the early stages of love, blending romance with heartfelt emotion.
‘Defining Courage’ World War II Nisei show to make Maui debut at Baldwin High
“Defining Courage,” an immersive live show honoring Hawai‘i’s Nisei soldiers of World War II, comes to Maui for the first time with a performance at Baldwin High School on Monday, Nov. 10, 2025, at 6 p.m. Tickets are $20 and available online.
Paniolo Night returns to Maui Preparatory Academy
Maui Preparatory Academy is bringing back its annual Paniolo Night community event from 4 to 8 p.m. Nov. 15. The event, which the school is promoting as featuring “Games, Grinds, and Good Times” for all ages, will be held on the Maui Prep campus at 4910 Honoapiʻilani Highway in Nāpili. Paniolo Night offers a variety of family activities, including carnival games […]
Lahaina Cannery to host annual Halloween Spooktacular family event
Lahaina Cannery is bringing back its annual Halloween Spooktacular with frightfully fun festivities on Friday, Oct. 31 from 4 to 7 p.m.
Azeka brings back spooky favorites, from South Shore Haunted House to Trunk or Treat
Azeka Shopping Center announces the return of the South Shore Haunted House, open Oct. 24, 25, 29, 30 and Halloween night (Oct. 31) starting at 6 p.m. at Azeka Makai near Nalu’s South Shore Grill.
Sacred Hearts School to host Fall Festival celebrating resilience and community
Sacred Hearts School hosts its Fall Festival on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2530 Kekaʻa Drive, the school’s temporary campus in Kā‘anapali, Maui. The special one-day event transforms the annual school fair into a celebration of the journey of H.E.A.R.T.S. and resilience, with proceeds benefiting the school’s H.E.A.R.T.S. of Resilience Campaign.
Nominations open for next Hawaiʻi State Poet Laureate
Applications are being accepted for the 2026-2029 Hawaiʻi State Poet Laureate, a three-year term position that honors an accomplished poet and supports literary programming across the islands. The Hawaiʻi Council for the Humanities, the Hawaiʻi State Public Library System, and the Hawaiʻi State Foundation on Culture and the Arts are inviting the public to submit […]
ʻUlupalakua Ranch to host 2nd annual ‘Christmas in the Country’ festival, Dec. 13
ʻUlupalakua Ranch will host its second annual Christmas in the Country community celebration on Saturday, Dec. 13, bringing together Maui residents and visitors for a full day of holiday spirit, community gathering and country fun. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
